CHICAGO -- The Chicago Bears are getting closer to the return of one of their top defensive players, Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson .

Coach Ben Johnson announced Friday that the Bears have opened the 21-day practice window for Johnson to come off injured reserve. Johnson has been out since early September when he sustained a core muscle injury while diving to make a play in Chicago's Week 2 loss at Detroit.

Nine weeks after undergoing surgery, Johnson made his way back to the practice field where he was listed as a limited participant. He carries a questionable designation for the Bears game at Minnesota on Sunday.

"We'll see how long it'll take to get him back in shape," Ben Johnson said. "But I think he's in a good spot right now, and I think being out on the grass is going to

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